my kitchen counters and backstop are a mixture of blacks, browns and beige and I wanted to get something colorful and attractive.  These canisters definitely do the trick and make the area look bright and clean.  They have rubber on the inside of the tops and fit very tight, which is good for keeping whatever you are storing in them fresh.  I would suggest not filling them to the top as there is a sort of suction once the tops are on, and I had flour pop out the sides the first time I was filling them.  Once I removed a little of the flour there wasn't any problem and I am happy that they fit so tight.  Can definitely recommend.